ICAR-NIPB Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

Overview of ICAR-NIPB Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

The ICAR-National Institute for Plant Biotechnology (NIPB), New Delhi, has released the notification (Advertisement No. 4001-634/JRF/393150) for the recruitment of one Junior Research Fellow (JRF). The position is purely temporary and contractual, associated with the project titled 'Identification and characterization of powdery mildew (Erysiphe cruciferarum) resistance using existing and novel mutant population of Indian mustard (Brassica juncea)'.

Eligibility for ICAR-NIPB JRF Post

Candidates must meet the specific educational and age criteria as of the date of the walk-in interview.

• Educational Qualification: Post Graduate Degree in Plant Breeding, Genetics, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, or Life Science. Candidates must have qualified for NET or possess a professional degree (B.Tech/M.Sc) selected through national-level exams such as CSIR, UGC-NET, or GATE.
• Desirable Experience: Prior experience in pathogen handling, plant breeding field trials, molecular biology, and next-generation sequencing (NGS) Bioinformatics tools.
• Age Limit: The maximum age limit is 35 years for male candidates and 40 years for female candidates.

Steps to Apply for ICAR-NIPB Recruitment

This recruitment follows a walk-in interview process. Interested and eligible candidates should prepare the following documents for the selection day:

• Two copies of the completed application form.
• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Self-attested copies of all academic certificates and mark sheets (10th standard onwards).
• Proof of experience, No Objection Certificate (NOC) for currently employed candidates, and category certificates if applicable.
• Original documents are mandatory for verification.

Reporting Instructions: Candidates are required to report at the LBS Building, Pusa Campus, New Delhi on 2026-07-20 by 9:30 A.M. sharp. It is recommended that candidates also email their application and documents to the official recruitment address provided in the notification PDF prior to the interview date.

FAQs

1. Is the ICAR-NIPB JRF position a permanent government job?

No, this is a contractual research position tied to a specific DAE-BRNS funded project. It does not provide any claim for regular employment within ICAR.

2. Are there any application fees for this interview?

No, there is no application fee for the ICAR-NIPB Junior Research Fellow recruitment.

3. What if I do not have a NET qualification?

The eligibility criteria permit candidates who hold a 4-year Bachelor's degree in relevant subjects plus a Post Graduate degree in professional courses selected through national-level examinations like GATE, DST, DBT, or DAE exams.